UVSS CPP June 28

1  COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM  2016 - 2017
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Message from the UVSS Chairperson
UVSS Governance
UVSS Community Partnership
Events
Message from Director of Events
Campus Kick-off
Campaigns
Message from Director of Campaigns
ReThink Mental Health
Let’s Get Consensual
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Message from the UVSS Chairperson
Dear Community Member,
On behalf of the University of Victoria
Student Society (UVSS) Board of
Directors and the over 17,000 students
we represent, I would like to thank you
for taking the time to review our
Community Partnership Package.
The UVSS is a non-profit society run by
students for students. We provide high-
quality services, advocacy, and events
that enhance the student experience
and build community. This year we hope
to partner with like-minded
organizations and businesses to
further our work.
Over the brief time this board has been in office, we have been planning a series of
positive, fun and meaningful events and campaigns that make our school and
greater community a better place. Our hope is that you find value in what we have
planned and that you would like to partner with us as we make our plans a
reality. Our door is always open and we look forward to speaking with you about
opportunities with the UVSS.
I leave you in the very capable hands of our external relations team. Our leadership
this year is one of the best I have had the pleasure of working with. I am excited to
see the great work your organization will do with our society.
Sincerely,
Ben Lukenchuk
Ben Lukenchuk
Chairperson

UVSS
Lead Directors
Emma Kinakin
Director of Student Affairs
Kevin Tupper
Director of Finance
Jordan Quitzau
Director of Events
Maxwell Nicholson
Director of Campaigns
The University of Victoria
Student Society
UVSS History
All 17,000 undergraduate students at the University
of Victoria are members of the UVic Students’ Society
(UVSS). Founded in 1964, the UVSS is a non-profit
society run by students, for students. The UVSS is
separate from the University, and runs a successful
social enterprise that includes nine unique
businesses. The students’ society exists to provide
advocacy, representation, services, and events for its
members. The UVSS works on issues affecting
students, such as post-secondary funding, mental
health, public transit, sexualized violence, campus
sustainability, student employment, and affordable
housing.
UVSS Governance
A democratically elected student board of directors
governs the UVSS, runs all of its campaigns and
events, manages the SUB, and oversees
approximately 200 employees. The Board consists of
eleven volunteer directors-at-large, an international
student representative, five advocacy group
representatives, and five full-time executive
directors— the Director of Campaigns and
Community Relations, the Director of Student Affairs,
the Director of Finance and Operations, the Director
of Events, and the Chairperson. Elections for these
positions take place in March, with the exception of
reps for the Women’s Centre, the Pride Collective,
the Native Students’ Union, the Students of Colour
Collective and the Society for Students with a
Disability (SSD). These groups elect their reps at the
general meetings of each advocacy group. The Board
meets twice each month throughout the year.
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What is the UVSS
Community Partners Program?
Our Mission
Our mission is to be a leader in providing high-quality and
accessible services, advocacy and events that enhance
the student experience and build a campus community
that embodies our values.
We strive to provide opportunities for the leaders of
tomorrow, and to create mutually beneficial networks
within our academic and professional circles.
We believe that investing now will not only cultivate the
personal, professional and academic successes of the
University of Victoria students, but also in the future
successes of your company.
Our Values
Our values are what we stand for. They underlie
everything that we do and guide how we make decisions,
perform our work and work with each other.
These values are the primary driving forces behind all
that we do. We believe in Good Governance, FUN!
Excellence, Service, and Social Justice.
If your company values align with ours, and if you want
reach a vast student population with your message,
then this is the perfect partnership for you.
Our purpose is to provide a dynamic
relationship between your organization and
the University of Victoria Student Society.
External Relations Team
Maxwell Nicholson
Lead Director
campaigns@uvss.ca
I look forward to serving you!
Avasta Farboud
Director
avastafarboud97@gmail.com
Your satisfaction is our highest
priority.
Catherine Musgrave
Director
catherinemusgrave97@gmail.com
Embrace the student
perspective.

Message from the Director of Events
I came into my position as Director of Events
with one goal in mind: to bring back
community and campus engagement to our
school. Creating a community on campus is
essential for a positive university experience
and the well-being of the students. As a
transfer student, I understand the challenge
of being a new student looking for activities
and groups with shared interests. Because of
this, we have planned an assortment of
different events ranging from Vike-o-lympics
and Farmers Markets to Electoral Debates and
SUB Parties. With our events, students can
make their university experience the best it
can be.Jordan Quitzau
Director of Events
We need your support to bring these plans into action.
Any support is welcome as we have many events that support many different interests.
Is your company focused on local, artisanal products? Then our Farmer’s Market is for
you. Does your company put a high priority on physical fitness? Then perhaps the Vike-
o-lympics is more your style. Or perhaps your company is looking to improve its
connection with university students? Then our Campus Kickoff 2016 is the way to go.
Trying to feature an artist or band? Vertigo is an excellent venue, perfect for live
performances. If your company is looking for an opportunity to engage students, we
have the perfect event and we would value your support.
Sincerely,
Jordan Quitzau

 Company advert shown
before movie screening
 Company banners displayed
at movie
 Company booth set up
before video (near
concession)

 Company branded equipment
used to differentiate teams
 Exclusive company booth set up
before at event
 Company logo displayed at Vikes
half time show

on the roof near bands
 Company shout outs by MC
 Company audio adverts
played in intermissions

 Company shout outs by MC
 Exclusive company booth set
up at event

*Note we are open to tailoring the mentioned deliverables to your company values and priorities.
Exclusive sponsorship is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Date: September 6 - 9, 2016
Location: Student Union Building (& Other Locations for Exclusive Events)
Attendees: Potential interactions with up to 3000 students
Diamond Sponsor $7,000
 Company Table – Full Week (first choice
of location)
 Company logo displayed prominently on
promotional materials*
 Portion of bi-weekly video newsletter
filmed at company location
 Exclusive sponsor of one of the
Campus Kick off Events with all
benefits that apply
 2 Retweets on twitter
 1 Appreciation post on Facebook + 1
Company themed advert on Facebook
 Showcased on sponsorship poster at event
 Company advert shown on SUB screens
Gold Sponsor $5,000
 Company Table – Full Week
 Company logo on promotional materials*
 Special mention in bi-weekly video
newsletter
 Exclusive sponsor of one of the
Campus Kick off Events with all
benefits that apply
 1 Retweet on twitter
 1 Appreciation post on Facebook showcasing
your company exclusively
Silver Sponsor $2,500
 Company Table – Full Week
 Company logo on promotional materials*
 Special mention in bi-weekly video
newsletter
 1 Retweet on twitter
 1 Appreciation post on Facebook with other
gold sponsors
Company Table – Four Days $1,350
Company Table - One Day $533
Campus Kick-Off
*Includes social media, postering, website, videos, etc. (Note many promotions are shown on the
screens throughout the SUB which reach all students who use the space)

Message from the Director of Campaigns
Maxwell Nicholson
Director of Campaigns
Like many other students before me, I
came into my position as Director of
Campaigns and Community relations
fresh and eager, but with a lot to learn.
One thing I learned quickly, however, was
the importance of the work our Student
Society does to raise awareness of issues
ranging from Open Educational Resources
to Tenants Rights, and the work to reduce
stigmas in Mental Health and Sexualized-
Violence. There is a rich history in the
work we do with students and the
community to promote change. You can
be a part of that change.
We need your support to bring these issues to the forefront of the campus
community, and to work beyond university campuses into all aspects of society and
government.
While any support is welcome, I implore you to pay special care to your company
values when considering a partnership with our campaign. Is your company
promoting mental health awareness and support culture in the workplace? Is it one
that works on the basis of consent? I would love to chat with you about the ways
our campaigns can be applied in a business environment, coming from a
background of entrepreneurship and business management. A partnership with
one of our campaigns may be an excellent next step to show your support!
Sincerely,
Maxwell Nicholson

Gold Sponsor $4,000
 Company logo on
sponsors slideshow at
speaker events
 Company video shown
before workshops
 Company Logo on
promotional materials for
campaign*
 Mental Health focused
company swag
distributed during
tabling
 Company logo shown at
the end of UVSS-made
educational videos
 Company banner
showcased when tabling
 Company logo on
speaker events
 Company logo on
promotional materials for
main speaker event
 Mental Health focused
company swag
distributed during
tabling
educational videos
ReThink
Mental Health
Mental Health has always been a heavy issue at
universities globally; however, it is often difficult to deal
with as it can be approached from a varieties of
directions.
The UVSS recognizes that Mental Health is an integral
aspect to students’ success in post-secondary. We
recognize that this campaign must be about an ongoing
process of ending the stigma behind seeking help, as well
as ensuring that the resources are readily available for
students who need assistance.
This campaign will focus on mental health as a broader
issue, giving students the resources to avoid stress,
especially during exam time.
*Includes event posters, social media promotions, related
promotional materials

 De-stigmatize counselling
and mental health concerns
 Increase student awareness
of mental health resources
 Increase the amount of
resources available to
students and bolster peer-to-
peer support
Mind your Mind
Students facing mental health issues
should feel comfortable sharing with
their peers and understand that
mental-health is a real, treatable issue.
Mental Health is Real Health
Mental Health should be viewed with
the same respect and concern as other
health problems by peers and faculty.
 Regular tabling and myth-busting with
de-stress themed prizes (i.e. coloring
books, stress balls, etc.)
 Hold stress reduction workshops
during #RealLife101 seminar weeks
 Give away fruit, vegetables and
vitamins at exam time to promote
nutrition
 Run a Mental Health themed
carnival/awareness week in
collaboration with Uvic De-Stress Fest
 Table to reach students once a
month
 Build a campaign with brand
recognition that’s continued year
after year
 Have 600 students attending
keynote speaker
 Have the hashtag #UVicReThinks
used 300 times, 500 likes on the
Facebook page

Gold Sponsor $4,000
 Company Logo on
for campaign*
 Company logo on
speaker events
educational videos
 Company banner
showcased when tabling
 Company logo on
for Awareness week
 Company logo on
speaker events
educational videos
Let’s Get
Consensual
Rape culture has been a massive problem on university campuses across the
world. Promoting consent and supporting survivors has become an
important role for student societies, and one in which the UVSS has taken a
leadership role.
With the introduction of Bill 23: Sexual Violence and Misconduct Act,
universities are now required to develop a policy on sexual-assault
response. While we congratulate the university on its work to develop a
policy that considers all parties, there is still much work to be done to break
stigmas and make consent culture synonymous with university culture.
The Let’s Get Consensual Campaign is a coalition project, which started with
the Student Union and the Anti Violence Project at UVic in 2012, and
eventually grew to include Judicial Affairs, and continues to grow to include
many other sectors of the university and campus community. We aim to
work together with our students, faculty, staff and community members to
break down the systems that perpetuate violence on and off campus. The
campaign has a strong prevention focus, through opening up a dialogue
about consent. It has been run for three successful years, and has spread to
many universities across British Columbia, and is often looked to for
guidance.
*Includes event posters, social media promotions, related
promotional materials. Note some promotions will be shown on
the Student Union Building screens which have a wide reach

 Raise awareness of how to
practice consent and support
survivors
 Increase the levels of support
and prevention mechanism
to make the campus safer
 Have the issue addressed in
the provincial election
Let’s Get Consensual
University students should understand
the necessity of consent in a healthy
sexual relationship, and how consent
can be seen in practice.
I Believe You
When survivors courageously share
their stories they should not be met
with disbelief, distrust and
interrogation but belief and support.
 Host sexualized violence
awareness week
 Run a consent pledge
campaign
 Create a ‘I believe you” video
modelled after Alberta’s
campaign
 Promote and host consent
workshops
 Have 600 students attending
keynote speaker
 Have 150 of students go to a
consent workshop
 Receive 500 pledges and
postcards
 Reach 3000 views on the “I
believe you” video

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